I couldn't help but agree. It was still early, so after grabbing a drink each, we returned to the living room, Cindy snuggling into me as always, not bothering to turn on the TV, chatting way about our week, future plans, and just the general conversation that passes between couples. We were still learning about each other. She knew I was still curious about her, but I'd suggested that I would ask more when I met her family next weekend. She thought that was a good idea, as her mother and sister could certainly share their own experiences.

Straddling my lap a little later, her t-shirt ended up on the...